Air China, one of the leading carriers in mainland China, reported a first-quarter net loss of US$281 million, reflecting continued financial pressures across the Chinese aviation market. The airline’s total revenues for Q1 2025 held steady at US$5.4 billion, showing no significant growth compared to the same period last year.
Lufthansa Group, Germany’s flagship airline conglomerate, reported a 6% increase in revenue for the fiscal year 2024, totaling US$40.2 billion. The company’s Adjusted EBIT (Earnings Before Interest and Taxes) for the year was US$1.7 billion, with the fourth quarter contributing US$501 million to this figure.
Boliviana de Aviación (Bolivia) has seen a fleet reduction, now operating 21 aircraft, a decrease of three units compared to 2024. However, only 14 of these aircraft are currently operational, reflecting ongoing maintenance or operational challenges.
Air Lease Corporation (US) executive chairman Steven Udvar-Hazy has voiced concerns over the growing delays in aircraft deliveries from major manufacturers. Speaking on the issue, Udvar-Hazy remarked that in some cases, the delays are becoming even more severe, with the reliability of manufacturers’ estimated delivery timelines now in question.
Spirit Airlines (US) has expressed “substantial doubt” about its ability to sustain operations through 2025, attributing the concern to significant financial losses and difficult market conditions. This announcement underscores the challenges faced by the low-cost carrier amid heightened competition and rising costs.
